Argentina’s MPs overturn Milei’s veto on disability spending increases
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Argentina's President Javier Milei's attempt to block an increase in disability benefits, has been overturned by MPs. But politicians did not reject a similar bill affecting pensions. Retirees have been among the hardest hit by Milei’s austerity measures.
Breakdown
- Protesters argue government spending cuts harm vulnerable groups, especially people with disabilities.
- President Milei vetoed increases to pensions and disability benefits, citing the need for budget cuts. 39s
- Parliament overwhelmingly voted to overturn Milei’s veto on disability spending increases. 1m 40s
- The issue will next be considered by the Senate before becoming law. 1m 55s